We are often referred to as “Social Creatures” because of our innate desire to feel like we belong to a group or community of other people. This feeling of “belonging” comes in the form of identification, of believing that the group we belong to is an extension of our individual self. Last night I found […]
6 Ways You Hinder Your Self-Growth Without Knowing It
Our “self-esteem” is a very delicate illusion. We are so off-centered when it comes to locating the origin of our self-worth, that the smallest realization of an imperfection in ourselves can bring up all kinds of insecurities. When a person begins working with their soul, they will start through Self-Exploration to gain energy, vitality, and […]
16 Manipulative Compliance Tactics Society Uses to Influence, Alter and Control Your Behavior
Are you a puppet? Think about that question for a moment. Look at everything you have bought in the last week, consider all the decisions you have made, places you have gone, agreements you have made, favors you have given … and then answer the question. The truth is, if you have a combination of […]
Why Living In Debt Makes Us Happy
It seems to be a prerequisite of modern life: debt. That beautiful four letter word that haunts us throughout our lives on this earth. If you’re like most people – you’re probably in debt, and a hell of a lot of it. Unfortunately, I’ve also wandered naively into the jaws of the debt monster, who […]
How Emotionally Reactive Are You? Test Yourself!
Come on, let’s face it, no one actually enjoys taking a test about being emotionally reactive … so the fact that you are is a testament to your courage and fearless pursuit of self-growth. So kudos to you! Being emotionally reactive is one of those character traits that creates a lot of friction and drama, particularly in one’s work and interpersonal […]
Self-Monitor Test: Are You a Social Chameleon?
Why are some people social chameleons and others socially inept? This was the question Mark Snyder asked in 1974 when he first developed his self-monitor personality test. Are you ruled more by your internal beliefs and values, or do you possess a different public and private persona to be more likable? Take our self-monitor personality […]
